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Hop along the Brentwood Connected Easter Bunny trail for free family fun and prizes!
Families in Brentwood, Shenfield, and Ingatestone are in for a treat this Easter, as Brentwood Connected hosts a free Easter Bunny Trail from Monday 7 April to Monday 21 April. The trail will…
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Spring forward without sleep struggles!
I love Spring! The longer days, flowers popping through, and hopefully some warmer weather. However, it also brings a change to the clocks which many parents worry about – but, don’t fear – with a…
March 29, 2025
What I wish I’d known when I was pregnant
Pregnancy is one of those things you can read endless books about, but nothing quite prepares you for the reality of it. Everyone from your neighbour to a random lady in the supermarket will…
March 17, 2025
Making gardening fun & easy for kids
It doesn’t take much to spark a child’s imagination, and for me, it all started with my granddad. As a young boy, he introduced me to the magic of growing vegetables. I remember…
April 1, 2025
Your Family Nutritionist frozen berry dairy-free pancakes recipe
A delicious, quick, dairy-free easy berry pancake recipe from Your Family Nutritionist
March 5, 2025
How to nurture a love of reading in your child at home
A love of reading can shape a child’s future, but it doesn’t just happen in the classroom. When books become a natural part of family life, children are more likely to see reading as fun…
March 5, 2025
How theatre skills translate into everyday life
Performing arts classes are one of the most popular activity choices for children in the UK. With a huge range of dance, drama and musical theatre classes on offer, you’d be hard pressed to…
March 5, 2025
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🌿 Discover Essex’s wild wonders this Spring! 🌿![]()
Spring is the perfect time to get outside and experience the magic of nature! 🌸
@essexwildlifetrust manages incredible nature reserves and Discovery Centres across the county, offering the best spots to explore, with sculpture trails, outdoor play and more to connect you with nature. 🦋![]()
📖 Read more in the latest issue of Puddle Magazine and start planning your next wild adventure 👉 puddlemagazine.co.uk![]()
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